Early bird tickets to #WomensPrize LIVE 2026 go on sale THIS WEEK – with newsletter subscribers getting first dibs. Tickets are strictly limited – make sure you're signed up to our newsletter to be the first to hear! womensprize.com/newsletter/

Joining Vick Hope on #Bookshelfie this week is body positivity influencer and feminist writer #MeganJayneCrabbe. Listen as Megan discusses female hunger, moving beyond the ‘male saviour’ narrative and more, alongside the five books by women that have shaped her: bit.ly/Bookshelfie.

Last week we announced that #Discoveries2026 is open for entries – but what is it that the judges are looking for? Watch to find out: youtu.be/g9oEzU45H0c

Series 8 of #Bookshelfie is back and kicking it off is none other than comedian #JoanneMcNally. On this week's episode, Joanne talks to Vick Hope all about her love for Bridget Jones, and why she’s drawn to stories about break-ups and revenge. Listen and subscribe here: bit.ly/Bookshelfie.

There's just a few days to go until these incredible speakers will be taking to the stage at Cadogan Hall for our event #WomensWords this Sunday! Book your ticket now before it's too late: bit.ly/46KaHQb

Some tips for your #Discoveries2026 entry from 2026 judge @dorothykoomson.bsky.social 👇

#Discoveries2026 entries are now open! The @womensprize.bsky.social's free programme and award that supports unagented and unpublished women🖋And we’re delighted to share that global bestselling author @dorothykoomson.bsky.social has joined the 2026 panel of judges👏 womensprize.com/discoveries-...

#Discoveries2026 is now open for submissions! We've partnered with @womensprize.bsky.social, Curtis Brown literary agency and Audible to run this development programme and prize for unpublished women writers in the UK and Ireland. Enter by 12 Jan 2026: www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/discoveries-...

It’s time to get writing… #Discoveries2026 is now open for entries! Discoveries is our free writer development programme and prize that supports unagented and unpublished women in the UK and Ireland to write their first novels. Hear more from our 2026 judging panel here: youtu.be/c1eO73MNnEU

#Discoveries2026 is opening for entries TOMORROW! Make sure you’re signed up to our Writers’ Room newsletter to be the first to learn who’s on our 2026 judging panel and more: womensprize.com/sign-up-to-o... #writers #writingcommunity #writerscommunity

We are thrilled to announce that Malala Yousafzai will be joining us at Women’s Words at Cadogan Hall on 21 September in advance of her new memoir 'Finding My Way' publishing in October. Learn more and book your tickets here: cadoganhall.com/whats-on/wom...

At our event Women's Words: From Page to Stage at #ChelseaArtsFestival on 21 September, some of the UK’s most compelling performers will take to stage at Cadogan Hall to bring to life a rich tapestry of writing by women. With only two weeks to go, we were wondering – what would you have them read?

Calling all UK-based @lizgilbert.bsky.social fans! Remember you can include a copy of Elizabeth's landmark memoir, All the Way to the River from @waterstones.bsky.social with your ticket to our very special online launch event with Elizabeth on the 7 October! Book your tickets below:

We’re so thrilled to announce a new partnership with @hachetteuk.bsky.social to support writer development – including a mentoring scheme for aspiring non-fiction #writers and the first ever #DiscoveriesDay! womensprize.com/womens-prize...

Our limited-edition 30th anniversary merchandise line is here! A new line of exclusive gifts – including a bespoke art print, T-shirt, mug and tote bag – designed by Scarlett Curtis, to celebrate 30 years of the #WomensPrize for Fiction and pay tribute to its legacy. Explore here: bit.ly/3JHfcSa

New names announced! Emily Berrington, Emily Beecham, Cariad Lloyd, Sara Pascoe and Indira Varma will be joining Sheila Atim, Sheila Hancock, Kate Mosse, Lenny Henry and June Sarpong, on stage at Cadogan Hall on 21 September, for our event at #ChelseaArtsFestival. Learn more here: bit.ly/46KaHQb

Floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, a ladder, fireplace – maybe even a secret door… If you’re like us, you’ve got your dream personal home library mapped out (with a pinterest board to show it). Which women writers' entire bibliography would be front and centre?

We all know that feeling of being so at home in a book that you don’t want to leave the characters after turning the final page. #booksky What’s a book that’s cast this magical spell on you – that you’ve finished and immediately wanted to start re-reading?

#booksy The first line of a book is incredibly important; it captures your attention, sets the tone and even hints at what’s to come. What’s an opening line from a novel that is living in your head rent free?

Help us discover the writers of tomorrow! We're offering free promotional materials to spread the word about #Discoveries – our writer development programme and prize, opening for submissions this September. Sign up here: bit.ly/4gDqu60

To celebrate the release of our new Agatha Christie Quoted T-shirt, we’ve teamed up with our partners in crime over at Agatha Christie Ltd to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a bevy of brilliant gifts. To enter, simply fill out the form on our website: bit.ly/46Cf7sz T&Cs apply

Sun, sand and a good book – what could be better? With summer holidays upon us, we want to know: Which book you would suggest packing for the perfect beach day?

Tune in to Jazz FM's Summer Book Club this Saturday from 9am to hear 2025 #WomensPrize for Fiction winner Yael van der Wouden discussing #TheSafekeep. You can listen on your DAB radio, smart speaker, on the Rayo app or online hellorayo.co.uk/jazz-fm/play

#booksky One of the many reasons we love reading is because it can offer an escape into a reality different from our own, but what if you could escape into the pages of a book, and live life beside its characters in their world – which book would you be choosing and why?

Because we know life gets booked and busy, we thought we’d share some key dates you might want to add to your calendar… The 2026 Women’s Prizes for Fiction and Non-Fiction will kick-off on 8 October with our judges announcement – who’s excited?! #WomensPrize

We are so thrilled to present 'Women’s Words: From Page to Stage' – the finale of the inaugural Chelsea Arts Festival on 21 September, celebrating 30 years of The Women’s Prize for Fiction and the power of women’s words. Learn more and book your ticket here: cadoganhall.com/whats-on/wom...

We’re excited to announce our upcoming event IRISH VOICES run in collaboration with Women's Irish Network UK, to mark the 30th anniversary of the Women’s Prize for Fiction📚 Learn more here: womensprize.com/event/irish-...

Competition time! We're providing you with the chance to win a signed edition of #TheSafekeep or #TheStoryofaHeart, plus a limited–edition fiction or non-fiction shortlist tote bag. Comps close Friday 18 July at midnight BST – enter on our website here: womensprize.com/category/com...

#booksky With mid-year reading roundups all over our feeds, it’s got us wondering… What makes a 5–star read for you?

We caught up with thrice #WomensPrize shortlisted Margaret Atwood, to learn more about her book #AliasGrace, her experience with the #WomensPrize, and to find out what she looks for in a book as a travel companion. Read here: womensprize.com/discover-a-w...

Introducing our new limited-edition dark green baseball caps! Embroidered with the empowering slogan 'She Who Reads, Leads' they are the perfect new accessory to stay cool in the heat, while pledging your allegiance to reading (AKA the best hobby). Shop yours now: womensprize.com/product/she-...

To celebrate the paperback release of COSTANZA by @rachelblackmore.bsky.social ‪‪‪we are giving you the chance to win a copy of the paperback, plus an Ultimate Italian Food Hamper from Imp & Maker! Enter on our website: womensprize.com/win-a-copy-o... T&Cs apply. Closes Sunday 6 July at midnight BST

We are thrilled to share this incredible feature film made in collaboration with The Queen’s Reading Room, to celebrate 30 years of the #WomensPrize for Fiction. Watch to learn more about the work we’ve done to amplify and celebrate female writers, and why reading women is as urgent as ever:

Continuing our celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the #WomensPrize for Fiction, we caught up with our 2024 winner @sugi.bsky.social, to hear more about #BrotherlessNight, her experience with the #WomensPrize, and what she looks for in a book as a travel companion. Read here: bit.ly/45MNDA6

New product alert! With lined pages and a soft-touch cover embossed with the uplifting slogan ‘I’m full of bright ideas’, our new orange journal is perfect for jotting down your thoughts, dreams, lists and literary gems. Strictly limited – get yours today: womensprize.com/product/limi...

To celebrate the publication of #WomensPrize longlisted author Allegra Goodman's new book #Isola, we caught up with Allegra to learn about five favourite captivating historical novels. Read more over on our website: womensprize.com/allegra-good...

To celebrate the publication of her new novel, 'Births, Deaths and Marriages', author Laura Barnett has shared with us her top books set in London. Read her recommendations now over on our website: bit.ly/4jWEcRU @doubledayuk.bsky.social

The moment our 2025 winners were crowned! 🏆 If you missed the ceremony last week or want to watch it again, don't forget you can catch-up on our website or YouTube channel: bit.ly/42RIq6y

It’s #IndieBookshopWeek! If you’ve not yet read our 2025 winners #TheSafekeep and #TheStoryofaHeart, why not make your local independent bookshop your next stop this weekend and get reading?!

Our 2025 winners, Yael van der Wouden and @doctoroxford.com with the #Bessie and #Charlotte🏆 👏 Both Yael and Rachel will be at Waterstones Piccadilly from 5:30pm today signing copies of their incredible books, #TheSafekeep and #TheStoryofaHeart! Learn more here: www.waterstones.com/events/meet-...

Don’t they look great together?! Introducing The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden, winner of the 2025 Women’s Prize for Fiction, and The Story of a Heart by Rachel Clarke, winner of the 2025 Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction. With thanks to #Audible, #Baileys and @findmypast.bsky.social

We are delighted to present the 30th winner of the #WomensPrize for Fiction: The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden. Congratulations, Yael! Thank you to the judges and our sponsors #Audible and #Baileys. @vikingbooksuk.bsky.social

We are thrilled to announce that The Story of a Heart by Rachel Clarke has won the 2025 Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction. Congratulations, @doctoroxford.com! Thanks to our wonderful judges, and to our sponsor @findmypast.bsky.social

It's almost time... Don't forget to tune in at 6:30pm tonight as we announce the winners of the 2025 Women's Prizes for Fiction and Non-Fiction. Watch live over on our website: bit.ly/42RIq6y #WomensPrize

We're about to kick off our first event of the day with the recipient of the Women's Prize Outstanding Contribution Award – @bernardineevaristo.bsky.social – in conversation with @katemossewriter.bsky.social!

The winners of the 2025 Women’s Prize for Fiction and Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction will be announced on Thursday 12 June at 6:30pm BST – watch live over on our website: womensprize.com/ Who’s your winner? #WomensPrize

#Libraries - today is your last chance to submit photos or videos to @womensprize.bsky.social so you can feature in the winners' ceremony next week. More information is available here: womensprize.com/be-part-of-t...

Free this time next week? Join us live at 6:30pm on Thursday 12 June as we announce the winners of the 2025 Women's Prizes for Fiction and Non-Fiction. Watch over on our website: womensprize.com/

Come and meet the recipient of the Women’s Prize #OutstandingContributionAward – Bernardine Evaristo – at Women’s Prize LIVE! Join us in Bedford Square Gardens by booking your Day Pass ticket – available until Tuesday 10 of June over on our website: womensprize.com/event/womens...

Powerful and immersive, @yuanfenyang.bsky.social’s #PrivateRevolutions tells the story of modern China through the coming-of-age stories of four women who are each striving for a better future in an unequal society. Why not pick up your copy this week?